Deendayal Port Authority floated a tender inviting bids for the development of a metal hydride technology-based green hydrogen storage system at its Kandla port in Gujarat. The project includes a minimum storage capacity of 3 kg along with fuel cell-based power generation of at least 4 kW. The estimated value of the project is Rs 32.6 million.
According to the tender guidelines, the scope of work covers designing, supplying, installing, integrating, testing, and commissioning the project. It also covers providing two years of operation and maintenance (O&M) services, including one year of defect liability and one year of comprehensive O&M. The project further includes the provision of a pressure regulation system to ensure the required quality of hydrogen, along with purification and filtration units, and protective container housing for metal hydride units, fuel cell units, and batteries.
Successful bidders are required to obtain all necessary statutory approvals and fulfil regulatory requirements for project implementation. The bidders are required to submit an earnest money deposit of Rs 651,045. The successful bidders are also required to furnish a performance security of up to 5 per cent of the contract value. The bid submission deadline is April 6, 2026.
Earlier in September 2025, Deendayal Port Authority floated a tender to set up a 1,000 MWp ground-mounted solar photovoltaic project.
